OTCM Robert VanAlstine was my first watch supervisor when I reported for duty at NAVFACKEF fresh out of Fleet Sonar School in August 1969. He was STG1 VanAlstine at the time and he got me off to a great start as a Reader during an era of busy operations at Keflavik. He was my mentor and set an exemplary military standard for me to follow. Our paths met again when he arrived at COSL (CINCLANTFLT Base) in 1972 where I served 1970-72. I will always hold "Van" in the highest respect as it was a true honor to serve with him. May he rest in eternal peace.
Bill Turner former OT2
